Belgian Witbier
Brewed with a combination of unmalted wheat and malted barley, Witbier (“white” beer in English) makes its second appearance in the guide. Usually cloudy and very pale to almost white, this generally light-bodied style is fruity and/or spicy and can exhibit aromas and flavors of orange peel and coriander from yeasty esters and/or brewery additions of these ingredients. Witbiers are usually bottle conditioned.
Recommended Glassware:
Color Range: 
| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Taste/Smell | Fruity, Coriander, Orange Peel, Light-bodied |
| Alcohol-by-Volume (ABV) Range | 4.8 – 5.2% |
| Bitterness (IBU) | 10-17 |
| Popular Examples | Hoegaarden Original White Ale, St Bernardus Witbier, Wittekerke, Allagash White, Clown Shoes Clementine White Ale, Ommegang Witte, Avery White Rascal, Southampton Double White Ale, Unibroue Blanche de Chambly |
| Serving Temperature | Cool, 46-54° |
| Glassware | Pint or nonic, tumbler, beer mug |
| Cheese Pairing Ideas | Feta, Goat Cheese (Chèvre), Mascarpone, Mozzarella |
| Food Pairing Ideas | Salads with light and vinaigrette dressings, light seafood dishes, mussels, sushi, lightly seasoned poultry and apple-glazed pork |
